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Premier Lakes reports algae, sound reduction at Masters Lake; plantings delayed pending Edgewater agreement
Summary
Premier Lakes told the River Ridge board that lakes and dry retention areas are generally in good condition though seasonal algae was noted; installing a compressor cabinet reduced measured sound from 64 to 52 decibels but the tone remains an issue and plantings at Lake E4-A are delayed until the Edgewater Association reaches agreement.
Bill Kurth of Premier Lakes reported that the district’s lakes, preserves and dry retention areas are generally in good condition but that seasonal algae growth has been observed. He said a cabinet installed around a compressor at the Masters Lake reduced the measured sound level from 64 to 52 decibels, which he considered acceptable at its measured location, but noted the tone remained a concern.
Operations Manager Shane Willis said that while decibel readings declined, "the issue is not so much about the decibels but it is the tone of the aerator," and discussion focused on possibly moving the compressor out of its present location and reviewing easement constraints. Kurth and Willis will coordinate a study and report back at the next meeting.
Mr. Schultz summarized flooding and littoral-planting concerns in the Edgewater area and recommended meeting with Edgewater Association representatives; the Board reached consensus that Canna lilies should not be planted. A proposal to install plantings in Lake E4-A has been placed on hold until the Edgewater Association reaches agreement.
